Dangerous Fire Conditions

"Dangerous wildfire conditions will be prevalent until this evening for all of northeast and central Oklahoma, the National Weather Service said.

Forecasters issued a Red Flag warning for much of the state, meaning that "a dangerous combination of weather conditions and dry vegetation is expected ... favoring rapid growth and spread of any wildfires.

"Any fires will quickly spread and may become out of control and endanger lives and property," forecasters said.

Strong winds of 25 to 35 mph will be common this afternoon with low relative humidity and near-record highs in the upper 60s to low 70s, forecasters said.

"The resultant fire weather conditions will support aggressive wildfire behavior through the late afternoon ... before wind speeds gradually decrease around sunset," the weather service said.

"Dispose of cigarettes properly and avoid activities that could start fires," forecasters said."

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